1966 Ford Lotus Cortina vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 1985 Mazda 929 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 929 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Lotus Cortina | 929 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
